Agenda and decisions

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To confirm and sign the minutes of the meeting held on 21 October 2025 as a correct record.

To consider any requests received in accordance with Standing Orders.

To consider the Scrutiny Review: Temporary Accommodation (TA) Placements Policy and Private Rented Sector (PRS) Discharge Policy   - Introduced by the  Housing, Planning and Development Scrutiny Panel Chair.

To agree the cabinet response to the Scrutiny, Review Temporary Accommodation (TA) Placements Policy and Private Rented Sector (PRS) Discharge Policy    - to be introduced by the  Cabinet member for Housing and Planning &Deputy Leader.

Declarations of Interest for this Item:

None

RESOLVED:

That Cabinet:

1.    Noted the recommendations of the Housing, Planning and Development Scrutiny Panel Review as agreed by the Overview and Scrutiny Committee attached at Appendix 1.

2.    Agreed with the responses to these recommendations as set out in the table attached at Appendix 2

Reasons for decision

Under the agreed protocols, the Overview and Scrutiny Committee (OSC) has responsibility for all overview and scrutiny functions on behalf of the Council, where the OSC can assist the Council and the Cabinet in its budgetary and policy framework through conducting in-depth analysis of local policy issues and can make recommendations for service development or improvement. The Committee may:

(a)  Review or scrutinise decisions made or actions taken in connection with the discharge of any of the Cabinet’s or Council’s functions.

(b)  Make reports and recommendations to the full Council, the Cabinet or relevant non-Executive Committee in connection with the discharge of any functions.

(c)  Make reports or recommendations on matters affecting the area or its inhabitants.

The Housing, Planning and Development Scrutiny Panel met on 26^th September 2024, where it discussed relevant policies that were due for revision. In addition, a number of comments were received related to the length of time that families had to wait for a housing placement. Therefore on this basis, it was agreed that a review would be carried out by the Housing, Planning and Development Scrutiny Panel.

On 18^th September 2025, the OSC agreed the review of the Housing, Planning and Development Scrutiny Panel on the Temporary Accommodation Placements Policy and Private Rented Sector Discharge Policy. The OSC agreed to send the recommendations to Cabinet for response. (Appendix 2).

Alternative options considered.

None.

Report of the Corporate Director of Finance and Resources (S151 Officer). To be presented by the Cabinet Member for Finance & Corporate Services .

Declarations of interest for this item:

None

RESOLVED:

That Cabinet:

1.    Noted the Council’s current financial position as set out in this report which builds on the work undertaken since the previous report to Cabinet in July 2025. 

2.    Noted the proposed new savings, pressures and capital programme changes for 2026/27 – 2030/31 (Appendices 1 to 6).

3.    Noted the current estimated budget gap for 2026/27 and the remaining period of the Medium-Term Financial Strategy (MTFS) and the key changes since the last update in July 2025 (Section 13.5).

4.    Noted the new risks and uncertainties in Section 15. 

5.    Noted that the General Fund Revenue Budget, Capital Strategy, Capital Programme, HRA 2026/27 Budget and Business Plan and Treasury Management Strategy Statement will be presented to Cabinet on 11 February 2026 to be recommended for approval to the Full Council meeting taking place on 3 March 2026.

6.    Approved the launch of consultation on the revenue budget proposals and proposed changes to the capital programme as set out in this report.

Reasons for decision

The Council has a statutory obligation to set a balanced budget for 2026/27 and this report forms a key part of the budget setting process by setting out the approach to delivering this and a refreshed Medium-Term Financial Strategy (MTFS).  It also highlights key updates in terms of funding, expenditure, risks and issues since the last report in July 2025.  The final budget for 2026/27, Council Tax levels, Capital Programme, Treasury Management Strategy, Housing Revenue Account (HRA) budget and Business Plan will be presented to Cabinet on 11 February 2026 for recommending to Full Council on 2 March 2026.

Alternative options considered

The Cabinet must consider how to deliver a balanced 2026/27 budget and sustainable MTFS over the five-year period 2026/31, to be reviewed and adopted at the meeting of Full Council on 2 March 2026.

This report is a key tool in achieving this because it sets out the approach, scope and timetable to delivering the 2026/27 Budget.

Report of the Corporate Director of Finance and Resources (S151 Officer). To be presented by the Cabinet Member for Housing & Planning (Deputy Leader).

Declarations of interest for this item:

None

RESOLVED:

That Cabinet:

1.    Approved the initiation of a tender process for the selection of a contractor to deliver the new-build development of nine Council homes at Kings Road Car Park (land to the rear of St James Place), N17 8NP. This approval included the anticipated total scheme cost as detailed in the exempt section of this report.

Reasons for decisions

The Council’s Contract Standing Order item 2.01.b) requires Cabinet approval to commence a procurement exercise for proposed contracts valued £500,000 or above. 

The site known as Kings Road Car Park (to the rear of St James Place), N17 8NP, was approved by Cabinet in October 2021 for inclusion in the Council’s Housing Delivery Programme. A planning application for the proposed redevelopment will be submitted by October 2025; the application is scheduled for determination at December’s 2025 Planning Committee.

Financial appraisals, supported by the Council’s independent cost consultant, confirm that the scheme is viable and represents value for money.

The proposed development will deliver nine much-needed affordable homes on Council-owned land. The inclusion of larger four-bedroom homes responds directly to a significant gap in the Council’s existing housing stock, particularly for larger households currently placed in temporary or high-cost accommodation due to the lack of suitable provision. This scheme not only meets urgent housing needs but also supports long-term financial sustainability by reducing reliance on more expensive housing solutions. Additionally, the development contributes to the Council’s strategic target of delivering 3,000 new Council homes by 2031.

The proposed development makes efficient use of an underutilised Council-owned site, providing high-quality, affordable housing. This aligns with the Council’s strategic objective to maximise the use of its land assets to meet pressing housing needs.

The proposed development has been designed to address existing issues of anti-social behaviour through improved site layout, natural surveillance, and secure access arrangements. Upgraded refuse storage facilities will support the Council’s efforts to reduce fly-tipping in the area, contributing to a cleaner and safer environment. Collectively, these improvements will enhance the overall quality of the public realm and promote a more positive living environment for existing and future residents.

Alternative options considered

One option considered was not proceeding with a competitive tender or developing the site for housing. However, this approach was discounted as it does not align with the Council’s strategic objective to deliver a new generation of Council homes.

Report of the Corporate Director of Finance and Resources (S151 Officer). To be presented by the Cabinet Member for Housing & Planning (Deputy Leader).

Declarations of interest for this item:

None

RESOLVED:

That Cabinet:

1.    Approved the commencement of procurement exercise in accordance with Contract Standing Order (CSO) 2.01 b), for the selection of a contractor to deliver a new build development of 17 Council Homes at the site shown on the plan at Appendix 1 within Tiverton Estate, for an anticipated total contract and client contingency set out in the exempt Appendix 2 of this report.

2.    Approved the procurement of the contract via London Construction Programme (LCP) – Housing Framework.

Reasons for decisions

The site known as open space in front of 24-96 Tiverton Road with the Tiverton Estate, was approved by Cabinet on 21^st January 2020 to be included in the Council’s Housing Delivery programme. A design and access plan, aimed to supporting a planning application for the redevelopment of the site is being prepared by appointed Architects. The scheme is scheduled to be considered for approval at Planning Committee in Autumn 2025.

Financial appraisals supported by the independent cost consultant demonstrate that the scheme is viable and value for money can be achieved via the procurement route detailed in Section 6.3 of this report.

The site proposal will provide 17 much-needed affordable homes on Council-owned land, including two M4(3) wheelchair homes and family homes, with associated refuse stores, cycle stores, service space, amenity space and landscaping. These 17 homes will contribute to our aspiration to build 3000 Council homes by 2031.

The Council’s Contract Standing Order item 2.01.b) requires Cabinet approval to commence a procurement exercise for proposed contracts valued £500k or above.

Alternative options considered

We could choose not to proceed to a competitive tender and develop this site for housing purposes. However, this option was rejected as it does not support the Council’s commitment to deliver a new generation of Council homes, with associated public realm improvements.

Report of the Corporate Director of Children's Services (Statutory DCS). To be presented by the Cabinet Member for Children, Schools, and Families

Declarations of interest for this item:

None

RESOLVED:

That Cabinet:

1.    Agreed to consult on the proposed admission arrangements, including the co-ordinated schemes for admission of children to schools for the academic year 2027/28.

2.    Agreed to consult on the proposed fair access protocol which, if agreed at Cabinet in February 2026, would be come into force from 1 March 2026. 

3.    Agreed to consult with stakeholders on the proposal to reduce the PANs at selected primary and secondary schools across the borough. The list of schools where a reduction is being proposed is provided in paragraph 6.13 below.

4.    Noted that following the consultation, a report will be prepared summarising the representations received and a decision on the final admission arrangements for 2027/28 will be taken by Cabinet in February 2026.

Reasons for decision

In common with many London authorities, Haringey has been experiencing a decrease in demand for reception school places for several years.  The reasons for Haringey’s declining numbers are multifaceted, but include a combination of falling birth rates, changes to welfare benefits, the housing crisis, increases in the cost of living, the withdrawal of the right of entry and freedom of movement from EU nationals (Brexit) and as a result of families leaving London during the Covid-19 pandemic. Many of these factors remain outside the Council’s control and are at no fault of the schools or their current leadership.

A report on Managing School Places and Admissions in London published by London Councils in February 2025 provides some wider context and independent analysis of the issue.

While recent focus has largely been on reducing primary school capacity, forecast demand for secondary school places is also now declining. Year 7 intake is projected to fall below the notional capacity of 2,628 places by the end of the decade. In response, some reductions in secondary capacity have already been implemented to support the sustainability of the school estate and ensure provision aligns with projected demand.

From 2026, Year 7 capacity will reduce to 2,544 places, helping to manage surplus provision. This revised figure reflects permanent reductions at Heartlands High School (from 240 to 210 in 2025), and planned reductions at Hornsey School for Girls and Park View in 2026, to 135 and 189 places respectively. Further reductions may be necessary to maintain a balanced and efficient secondary school estate.

As previously mentioned, several secondary schools referenced in this report are adjusting their Published Admission Numbers (PAN) to reflect changes in class size models. Some are reducing PANs to move from 27 to 30 pupils per class. These schools have agreed with staff unions to increase class sizes from 27 to 30 pupils, in line with Department for Education (DfE) guidance, which recognises 30 as the standard class size in secondary education. This adjustment supports schools in achieving greater operational and financial efficiency through more flexible staffing and improved resource deployment. This approach also supports schools in aligning their financial and staffing structures with current and projected pupil numbers,  ...  view the full decision text for item 12.

Report of the Corporate Director of Adults, Housing and Health. To be presented by the Cabinet Member for Health, Social Care, and Wellbeing

Declarations of interest for this item:

None

RESOLVED:

That Cabinet:

1.    Noted the findings of the Local Government & Social Care Ombudsman’s public report (Ref: 24 014 203) Appendix 1.

2.    Approved the Council’s response and endorse the action plan set out in Appendix 2.

3.    Authorised the Director of Adult Social Care to provide evidence to the Ombudsman of the Council’s compliance with the recommendations by 19 November 2025.

4.    Agreed to that further assurance updates will be provided to the Adults and Health Scrutiny Panel

Reasons for decision

The decision will ensure that the Council meets its statutory duty under Section 31(2) of the Local Government Act 1974 to formally consider the Ombudsman’s public report within three months of publication.

The recommendations also provide assurance that the Council is taking appropriate steps to address the issues identified, provide redress to those affected, and strengthen systems to reduce the risk of recurrence.

Alternative options considered

There are no alternative options. The Council is legally required to formally consider the Ombudsman’s report and to respond within the required timeframe.  It is not mandatory to follow the Ombudsman’s recommendations, but it is recommended that the Council does.

Report of the Corporate Director of Adults, Housing and Health. To be presented by the Cabinet Member for Health, Social Care, and Wellbeing

Declarations of interest for this item:

None

RESOLVED:

That Cabinet:

1.    Noted the findings in the CQC Assessment report as set out in Appendix 1 and the summary of findings in Appendix 2.

2.    Approved the Improvement Plan as set out in Appendix 3.

3.    Noted the establishment of the cross-party, Adult Social Care (ASC) improvement Board (AIB) that serves as the central governance mechanism for overseeing delivery of the ASC Improvement Plan.

4.    Noted that the Improvement Plan will be subsequently presented to    the Adults and Health Scrutiny Panel, with updates to the Panel going forward to evidence continuous improvement.

5.    Noted that the Improvement Plan is live document and will be subject to regular changes and updates. Any significant changes will be approved by the AIB.

6.    Noted the progress made to date, as outlined in section 10 of this report.

Reasons for decision

The council has a critical role in supporting support adults —particularly those who are older, disabled, or vulnerable — to live as independently, safely, and well as possible. It is essential that the council provides a good service to our residents and to their carers, and in doing so complies with all regulatory and statutory duties. Residents need to be assured that the council is committed to improving its services, that it has a clear plan to do so, is holding itself accountable and is accountable to residents, stakeholders and staff.

Alternative options considered

Alternative options include not implementing an Improvement Plan. However, a clear plan is required to ensure and monitor continuous improvement and compliance with statutory responsibilities is essential

Report of the Corporate Director of Adults, Housing and Health. To be presented by the Cabinet Member for Health, Social Care, and Wellbeing

Declarations of interest for this item:

None

RESOLVED:

That Cabinet:

1.    Approved the Haringey Adult Carers Strategy 2025 - 2028 and endorsed the proposed first-phase delivery plan.

Reasons for decision

The Council has a responsibility under Section 2 of the Care Act 2014 to prevent, reduce or delay Carers coming into need of further services, or delaying deterioration wherever possible.

There are also legislative requirements for health and care statutory partners in relation to Carers; further there are relevant interdependencies within the Equality Act protected characteristics, including age, disability, gender and race.

The joined-up approach taken has also framed supporting Carers’ resilience, health and wellbeing as a borough responsibility, beyond just health and social care boundaries.

Our CQC report in February 2025 indicated that Carers were often dissatisfied with the level of support they received from the Council. This Strategy is part of our commitment to our improvement journey with Carers who provide unpaid care and support to residents in Haringey. We have listened to not only the CQC feedback but also to feedback across several different methods of engagement and coproduction with Carers across the borough.

Report of the Corporate Director of Adults, Housing and Health. To be presented by the Cabinet Member for Housing & Planning (Deputy Leader)

Declarations of interest for this item:

None

RESOLVED:

That Cabinet:

1.    Approved the Draft Homelessness Strategy attached at Appendix 1 for formal consultation as set out in this report

2.    Noted that, following that consultation, officers will bring back to Cabinet a draft new Homelessness Strategy for 2025-2027 for adoption.

Reasons for decision

The Homelessness Act 2002 (“the Act”)  requires local authorities to carry out a homelessness review and formulate and publish a homelessness strategy informed by that review at least once every five years. The Draft Strategy proposed here for consultation has been developed over the course of more than a year with considerable engagement from a wide range of stakeholders, including people with lived experience of homelessness and organisations working to support them. If the draft is approved by Cabinet, the council will consult as set out in this report before developing an amended, final version of a Homelessness Strategy for adoption in December 2025.

Alternative options considered

Cabinet could decide not to adopt the Draft Strategy proposed here. This is not recommended because to do so would delay the adoption of a strategy that the Council is required by law to have in place. Further, the Council is required to take its Homelessness Strategy into account in the exercise of its functions as a local housing authority, and it requires updating for this purpose.

Report of the Corporate Director of Adults, Housing and Health. To be presented by the Cabinet Member for Housing & Planning (Deputy Leader)

Declarations of interest for this item:

None

RESOLVED:

That Cabinet:

1.    Approved the award to Bidder B of a contract, and associated expenditure, for the provision and replacement of fire rated flat entrance doors, communal doors and riser/service cupboard doors and passive fire safety & decoration works, within the Council’s residential housing stock as detailed within the programme schedule.

2.    Noted that approval shall be provisional subject to the second stage s20 Leasehold consultation process. The award decision will be implemented where no observations are received. Should observations be received, the award will not be implemented and the decision returned to Cabinet.

Reasons for decision

To comply with fire safety legislation, including the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, Fire Safety Act 2021 and the Building Safety Act 2022. To meet Building Regulations (Approved Document B) requirements which sets out the minimum standards for fire rated doors in specific areas of residential properties, which ensures compliance with British Standards for fire resistance for door sets.

Fire doors and associated building works are a critical part of passive fire protection in buildings; they help prevent and contain fire and smoke. By upgrading fire doors to comply with the current standards for certified installation of the door sets, and carrying out associated fire safety works, we will reduce the risk of fire spread, particularly in high-rise or multi-occupancy housing. We will implement this replacement programme, targeting doors installed during the original construction of the building or replaced during historic planned work that do not meet the required standards that have been updated since the Grenfell tragedy to improve resident safety.

Fire Risk Assessments and regular fire door inspections identify doors that require replacement with compliant door and allows us to prioritise those of greatest risk within our programme. When replacing the non-compliant fire doors in the Council’s residential buildings, we can review the Fire Risk Assessment which sets the overall risk rating of the building, which is then likely to be reduced.

Older fire doors lack test certification and evidence of compliance or traceability of performance standards. However, in lower rise buildings (below 18m in height) will be assessed by the Risk Assessor and may be considered as ‘notional’ 30-minute fire doors. This can be acceptable in certain situations, and such doors will therefore be a lower priority within the programme or replaced if appropriate, during our major works programme. Such doors may be assessed as acceptable under the following circumstances

·       Good Condition: They should be solid, heavy, and free from warping or significant gaps. 

·       Good Fit: There should be a close fit in the frame, with gaps not exceeding 4mm (excluding the gap at the bottom). 

·       Small Premises: They are often acceptable in small, non-domestic premises and small residential blocks below 18m and where the risk is considered to be low. 

·       Older Buildings: Where they meet the standards of their era and are suitable as long as the overall building risk is low. 

However, in high-rise, (above 18m) and buildings assessed as  ...  view the full decision text for item 17.

Report of the Corporate Director of Adults, Housing and Health. To be presented by the Cabinet Member for Housing & Planning (Deputy Leader)

Declarations of interest for this item:

None

RESOLVED:

That Cabinet:

1.    Noted the report and the continued improvements being made to provide further assurance in future.

Reasons for decision

The purpose of this report is to provide Cabinet and council tenants and leaseholders with the assurance and confidence that the Housing Service’s arrangements for monitoring the ‘big six’ compliance areas are robust and are subject to ongoing review and improvement.

Alternative options considered

Not applicable.

Report of the Corporate Director of Culture, Strategy and Communities. To be presented by the Cabinet Member for Placemaking & Local Economy

Declarations of interest for this item:

None

RESOLVED:

That Cabinet:

1.    Approved the commencement of procurement exercises for the following contract and Framework in accordance with CSO 2.01(b) and CSO 7.01 (commencement of procurement of contracts valued at £500k or above and the setting up of a Framework):

a.    Contract for the acquisition of Fixtures, Fittings and Equipment (FF&E) for the Civic Centre at a value not exceeding the amount stated in the exempt portion of the report.

b.    Framework to procure Catering Operators from which the Council can select a café operator concession for the Civic Centre and other council owned assets when opportunities arise for a period of 4 years.

2.    Noted that several other FF&E items will fall below the statutory procurement thresholds and will be procured ensuring best value.

3.    Note the overall cost for all client fit out items will be within the agreed budget as contained in the 12 November 2024 Cabinet Report titled: Civic Centre Development Project, Construction Main Contract Award.

Reasons for decision

To achieve the completion of client fit out of the Civic Centre and enable effective occupation of the building in 2027. The Council would need to procure the following:

a)       Acquiring Fixtures, Fittings and Equipment (FF&E)

b) Additional FF&E items below procurement threshold

c) A catering concession for the cafe in the Welcome space

Following Practical Completion of the building, the Council will be responsible for installing the necessary FF&E within a 12-week period to ensure the Civic Centre is ready for occupation.

 The scope of FF&E is extensive and will include, but is not limited to:

·       Workstations

·       Chairs

·       Desks

·       Furniture for meeting rooms

·       Committee rooms

·       Council Chamber

·       Storage

·       Lockers

·       Specialist areas such as the reception, nursing room

·       IT containment, for example, non-electrical ‘peripheral’ items like cable tidies, trays, and monitor arms.

Mindful of the Council's financial challenges and the need to secure best value for the taxpayer, the Civic Centre project has sought to re-use furniture and other items wherever possible and suitable, rather than seeking to purchase all new items. This approach aligns with the Cabinet Member Signing decision dated 3 August 2022, titled ‘Award of Contract for Alexandra House and 48 Station Road Furniture Purchasing’.

The programme is also seeking to accommodate several key items from design developed during RIBA stage 3+ as these are considered desirable but have no budget allocation, as detailed in section 4.1b. Despite these constraints, the objective remains to deliver a fully functional fit out within the available budget and supporting the Council’s ambition to provide flexible working and meeting spaces for all staff. This will help foster cross-service collaboration and maximise the utility of the Civic Centre as a shared workspace.

While officers have worked diligently to maximise re-use opportunities, it is recognised that the Civic Centre is a flagship Grade II Listed building and a source of civic pride. As such, certain areas will require new furniture to reflect the building’s significance and  ...  view the full decision text for item 19.

Report of the Corporate Director of Finance and Resources (S151 Officer). To be presented by the Cabinet Member for Placemaking & Local Economy.

Declarations of interest for this item:

None

RESOLVED:

That Cabinet:

1.    Noted that the Compulsory Purchase Order granted in March 2020 would expire through effluxion of time on 12^th December 2025.

2.    Agreed that the Director of Capital Projects and Property in consultation with the Corporate Director of Finance and Resources and the Director of Placemaking and Community Development prepares the Wards Corner Property Strategy, having regard to LBH’s strategic ambitions for the South Tottenham area.

3.    Agreed that the Director of Capital Projects and Property in consultation with the Corporate Director of Finance and Resources prepares the Wards Corner Asset Management Plan

4.    Agreed to co-operate with Places for London in respect of its future long term plans for its holdings within the wider site.

Reasons for Decision

In July 2022 Cabinet resolved to acquire 36 Wards Corner property interests comprising a mix of freehold and leasehold land, commercial property and residential assets from Grainger PLC (“Grainger”) under an option agreement contained within the development agreement between LBH and Grainger. Grainger had notified LBH that its plans for the comprehensive development of the whole Wards Corner site were unviable and this agreement allowed Grainger to terminate its involvement on grounds of lack of development viability. LBH undertook its own analysis which confirmed this lack of viability.

LBH also undertook analysis on alternative schemes that would comprise only the property interests under its control and those that could be acquired under the London Borough of Haringey (Wards Corner Regeneration Project) Compulsory Purchase Order 2016 (CPO) (so, excluding the properties owned by Places for London (“Places”)). The modelling of both the more comprehensive and more conservative alternative variants generated significant losses from development activity.

The Wards Corner scheme was removed from LBH’s Capital Programme in March 2024. At that time it was deemed that a comprehensive redevelopment was not financially viable and it should be removed until more detailed plans come forward that might prove viable.

LBH undertook revised development viability studies via its specialist advisor BNP Paribas (“BNP”) in early 2025. This updated analysis pointed to potentially greater losses upon redevelopment than at the time of the LBH acquisition of the Grainger interests.

The Wards Corner Asset Management Plan will enable estate management activity to be focussed upon maximising long term income from the LBH commercial assets on West Green Road and Seven Sisters Road, whilst also encouraging, through tenant incentives where necessary, work to be carried out to assist in improving the appearance of this important entrance point to the borough and removing some of the blight that impacts on Seven Sisters as an important town centre and transport hub.

In respect of the Suffield Road and High Road residential properties, this Asset Management Plan will also enable LBH to incorporate these assets within its Housing Delivery Programme, to refurbish to provide temporary accommodation or to generate capital receipts from disposal (or a mixture of each of these outcomes).

LBH is working closely with Places in respect of  ...  view the full decision text for item 20.

To note the minutes of the following:

Corporate Parenting Advisory Committee:

2 September 2025

Cabinet Member Signings:

15 October 2025 - Award of framework agreements for the provision of short breaks afterschool,holiday and weekend services for disabled children and young people

16 October 2025 - Extensive Voids Phase 1 and Turner Avenue

To note the delegated decisions taken by Directors.

Note from the Committees Manager

Items 25,26,27,28,29 allow for consideration of exempt information in relation to items 9,10,17,19, 20.

TO RESOLVE

That the press and public be excluded from the remainder of the meeting as items x contain exempt information as defined under paragraphs 3 and 5, Part 1, Schedule 12A of the Local Government Act 1972:

Information relating to the financial or business affairs of any particular person (including the authority holding that information).

Information in respect of which a claim to legal professional privilege could be maintained in legal proceedings.

Referring to item 9.

Referring to item 10

Referring to item 17.

Referring to item 19.

Referring to item 20

To confirm and sign the exempt minutes of the meeting held on 21 October 2025as a correct record.